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Coronavirus News is a section dedicated to the new coronavirus that is causing an epidemic in China and fast spreading globally. The strain of coronavirus called Covid-19 or also commonly called the Wuhan coronavirus is genetically more potent and faster spreading than the SARS coronavirus. Currently teams are working to develop a new vaccine for this new coronavirus while other teams are trying t...

COVID Cases and Hospitalizations Rising in Victoria, Australia as Holidays Approach

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: Victoria is witnessing a sharp increase in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, sparking health warnings as residents prepare for the festive season. The state has reported a 63% rise in cases over the past month, with the seven-day average for hospitalizations now at 194 - up 12% from the previous week. Health authorities urge residents to take precautions to curb the spread, e...

Polish Study Finds That COVID-19 Stiffens Blood Vessel Cells and Disrupts Their Structure

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has become infamous not only for its respiratory effects but also for the extensive systemic complications it triggers. A particular area of concern lies in the vascular system, as the disease has been linked to cardiovascular issues, clotting disorders, and chronic inflammation. Recent research conducted by a multidisciplinary team from Jagiellonian University, Krakó...

Persistence of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein Found at the Skull-Meninges-Brain Axis Even After ‘Recovery’!

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: Groundbreaking Research on the Long-Term Neurological Impact of COVID-19 The lingering effects of COVID-19 continue to puzzle researchers and clinicians alike. A new study led by scientists from Helmholtz Munich-Germany, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich-Germany, Sun Yat-Sen University in China, and Yale School of Medicine-USA reveals a critical discovery: the spike protein of SA...

Chinese Study Uncovers Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Progression

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from Xiangya Hospital at Central South University and Yueyang People’s Hospital in China sheds light on how COVID-19 alters the immune microenvironment in cancer patients. The findings highlight the pandemic’s lasting impact on cancer progression and prognosis, opening new doors for tailored treatments and clinical considerations. ...

Persistent Endocrine Health Challenges After COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: The Silent Impact of COVID-19 on Hormonal Health The lingering effects of COVID-19, commonly referred to as post-COVID-19 condition (PCC) or long COVID, continue to reveal themselves as a significant public health challenge. While much focus has been placed on respiratory and neurological symptoms, a recent study by researchers from the Second Clinical Medical College of Ningxia Med...

Swedish Study Alarmingly Finds That COVID Infections Increases the Risk of Developing Demyelinating Diseases

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: A recent study from Swedish researchers reveals concerning links between severe COVID-19 infections and an increased risk of developing neurological conditions known as demyelinating diseases. These findings could have significant implications for public health and long-term COVID-19 management. Swedish Study Alarmingly Finds That COVID Infections Increases the Risk of Developing D...

Romanian Study Warns That COVID-19 Increases Risk of Brain Bleeding

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 24 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to Subarachnoid Hemorrhage and COVID19 Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have focused on understanding its wide-ranging complications. Neurological issues have been observed in many COVID-19 patients, with nearly a third experiencing symptoms like stroke. Among these, subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) - a severe form of brain bleeding - has raised concer...

Zinc and Steroids Show Potential for Treating Long COVID Smell and Taste Loss

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Chung Shan Medical University, and Tungs’ Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital in Taiwan have uncovered promising findings on the treatment of smell and taste dysfunctions in long COVID patients using oral zinc and steroids. This Medical News report delves into their study, examining how...

Probiotics as a Potential Ally in Managing COVID-19 Gastrointestinal Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Medical University of Graz, the Center for Biomarker Research in Medicine (Austria), and Vilnius University (Lithuania) investigated the effects of probiotics on gastrointestinal symptoms caused by mild COVID-19. The research highlighted significant findings about the gut microbiome's role during the infection and the poten...

IgA Role in COVID-19 Recovery Among ICU Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the University of Foggia in Italy have revealed promising findings about the protective role of immunoglobulin A (IgA) in severe COVID-19 cases. The study focused on patients with acute respiratory failure caused by SARS-CoV-2 who were admitted to intensive care units (ICUs). By examining bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) samples, the researchers aimed to identify correla...

Indonesian Scientists Explore the Anti-Inflammatory Potential of Melaleuca Cajuputi Extract in Fighting COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has profoundly impacted global health, with severe cases often linked to an overactive immune response known as a cytokine storm. This immune phenomenon involves the excessive release of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as interleukin-6 (IL-6), leading to complications like acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and multi-org...

NK Cell Genes and the Mystery of Long COVID Small Fiber Neuropathy

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: Small fiber neuropathy (SFN) is a condition caused by damage to the body’s thin nerve fibers, which manage sensations like pain and temperature as well as involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion. People with SFN often experience burning sensations, pain, or trouble standing due to nerve damage. In recent years, small fiber dysfunction has also been increasingly r...

Canadian Study Unveils the Uniqueness of COVID-19 Induced Acute Lung Injury

Nikhil Prasad Nov 30, 2024 25 days ago

Medical News: A recent study, conducted by researchers from Dalhousie University in Canada, delves into the unique and familiar mechanisms of lung damage caused by COVID-19. Acute lung injury (ALI), commonly diagnosed as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), is a severe condition involving inflammation, fluid buildup, and difficulty in oxygen exchange within the lungs. With the emergence of ...

Doctors warn that COVID-19 can cause spontaneous arterial bleeding during helmet CPAP treatment

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the University of Messina and the University of Cagliari in Italy conducted a critical investigation into an unusual complication encountered in patients with severe COVID-19. They reported spontaneous arterial bleeding in the lateral thoracic and subscapular regions in three patients treated with helmet continuous positive airway pressure (H-CPAP). This Medical New...

American Murine Study Finds That SARS-CoV-2 Disrupts Brain Neuron Activity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical-News: COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, is commonly associated with respiratory and systemic symptoms, but growing evidence highlights its effects on the brain. A recent study conducted by American researchers from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and Case Western Reserve University delves into how exposure to COVID-19 virus-like parti...

Role of IL-33/ST2 Signaling Axis in COVID-19 Pathogenesis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study involving scientists from the University of Virginia Health System-USA, University of Dundee-UK, and University of Manchester-UK has brought to light the significant role of the IL-33/ST2 signaling axis in the pathogenesis of COVID-19. Their findings covered in this Medical News report, offer a deeper understanding of how immune responses, specifically type 2 i...

NAD Metabolism and Its Emerging Role in COVID 19 Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: As COVID-19 continues to challenge global health systems, researchers are exploring new therapeutic strategies beyond conventional antiviral treatments. While existing therapies such as monoclonal antibodies and JAK inhibitors show moderate success, their effectiveness is limited to about 20 to 40 percent of cases. This calls for innovative approaches that target the underlying mecha...

Coronaviruses utilize heme and red blood cells to spread throughout the body, causing multi-organ damage

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: Hematology and the Hidden Pathways of Coronavirus Infection Researchers from leading institutions, including the University of Buenos Aires-Argentina, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo-Uruguay, and the University of Ottawa-Canada, have unveiled groundbreaking insights into how coronaviruses, particularly SARS-CoV-2, impact the human body. Traditionally seen as a respiratory pathogen, th...

Malaysian Researchers Unveil the Role of DPPIV in COVID-19 Cerebrovascular Complications and Post-COVID Fatigue

Nikhil Prasad Nov 29, 2024 26 days ago

Medical News: A team of Malaysian scientists has provided significant insights into the lingering effects of COVID-19, particularly its role in cerebrovascular complications and post-COVID fatigue. Researchers from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Management and Science University, International Islamic University Malaysia, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, and the Internationa...

Neutrophil Dysfunction Linked to Long COVID Symptoms in Children

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical News: Long COVID syndrome (LCS), affecting children after recovery from COVID-19, has been a growing concern worldwide. This condition, marked by persistent symptoms lasting beyond the acute phase of the illness, impacts daily life, school performance, and overall well-being. Researchers from Semmelweis University in Hungary conducted an in-depth study to explore the role of neutrophilic g...

Using Artificial Intelligence to Predict Long COVID Outcomes

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 27 days ago

AI in Medicine: A recent groundbreaking study by a collaboration of scientists from the University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Umeå University in Sweden, Fondazione Bruno Kessler in Trento, University of Trento-Italy, DeepTrace Technologies, and various prestigious Italian hospitals and institutions has shed light on the ability of artificial intelligence (AI) to predict pulmonary complicatio...

Phytochemicals from Roots of Lespedeza bicolor Show Promise Against SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 27 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from the Forest Bioresources Department at Baekdudaegan National Arboretum and Gyeongsang National University in South Korea, have discovered promising antiviral properties in the roots of Lespedeza bicolor. The team identified flavonoid compounds capable of inhibiting a critical enzyme, the papain-like protease (PLpro), essential for the replication of SARS-C...

Intranasal Chlorpheniramine as a Potential Solution for Long COVID Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 27 days ago

Medical News: Even though the COVID-19 pandemic was declared no longer being a global public health emergency in May 2023, the aftereffects of the virus continue to haunt many. A condition known as Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), commonly referred to as long COVID, has emerged as a serious concern. Symptoms like fatigue, mental confusion, and difficulty performing daily tasks can persist l...

COVID-19 Causes Upregulation of Vimentin Expression and Reduced N-Cadherin Expression

Nikhil Prasad Nov 27, 2024 28 days ago

Medical News: A Groundbreaking Study on COVID-19’s Cellular Impact Researchers from Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University and Yozgat City Hospital in Turkey have made a significant discovery about how COVID-19 affects our cells. This study uncovers how the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, leads to major changes in proteins associated with cell structure and function - specifically, vime...

COVID-19 Can Cause Midventricular Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy That Only Advanced Cardiac Imaging Can Unveil

Nikhil Prasad Nov 27, 2024 28 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an undeniable mark on global health, impacting virtually every organ system. A groundbreaking study now reveals a surprising cardiac complication linked to the virus: midventricular Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, an atypical and severe form of heart dysfunction. This condition, which mimics the effects of a heart attack, was uncovered using a sophisticated i...

Whooping Cough Crisis in Queensland, Australia Claims Infant Life Amid Record Outbreak

Nikhil Prasad Nov 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: Australia is witnessing an unprecedented surge in whooping cough (Pertussis) cases, raising alarm among health officials as infection rates soar to record levels. The tragic death of a two-month-old baby in Queensland has spotlighted the urgency of addressing this highly contagious disease. Whooping Cough Crisis in Queensland, Australia Claims Infant Life Amid Record Outbreak ...

COVID-19 Linked to Relapse in Blood Cancers

Nikhil Prasad Nov 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has impacted healthcare systems worldwide, but its influence on cancer treatment and progression, especially in blood cancers, remains a subject of intense study. A new investigation by researchers from Dharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital and Research Centre and Jamia Hamdard in New Delhi, India sheds light on the intricate relationship between COVID-19, immune exh...

Study Finds That 60 Percent of COVID-19 Patients Have Elevated Blood Glucose Levels

Nikhil Prasad Nov 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Wadi Alshatti University and the University of Tripoli, Libya, explored how COVID-19 impacts blood glucose levels, aiming to uncover biochemical factors associated with glucose elevation. The study involved 100 patients confirmed to have COVID-19 through PCR testing. Participants were categorized based on blood glucose levels - 60% exhibited elevated levels, while 40...

Italian scientists claim that reactivated latent infections are the cause of Long COVID symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 26, 2024 29 days ago

Medical News: Long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), continues to affect millions worldwide, leaving researchers puzzled over its root causes. Persistent symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and respiratory problems linger for months after the acute phase of COVID-19. While much remains unknown, a groundbreaking review sheds light on the potential role of reactivated la...

How Viral RNA Triggers Immune Overdrive and Suppressed Antiviral Defenses

Nikhil Prasad Nov 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma State University-USA, have made strides in understanding why some RNA viruses trigger excessive inflammation and weaken antiviral defenses. This imbalance, often seen in severe viral infections like SARS-CoV-2 and influenza, is referred to as "dysregulated immunity." Using a...

SARS-CoV-2 infects iPSC-derived neurons and causes brain degeneration with cathepsin B playing a crucial role in viral entry

Nikhil Prasad Nov 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the University of Helsinki, Finland, and The University of Queensland, Australia, have unveiled groundbreaking findings on how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, impacts the human brain. This study revealed the virus's ability to infect neurons derived from human-induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) and induce neurodegenerative effects, spotlighti...

Breakthrough in Autoimmune Treatment with Intravenous Immunoglobulin Therapy

Nikhil Prasad Nov 25, 2024 30 days ago

Medical News: A New Frontier in Autoimmune Care A team of international researchers has unveiled promising insights into the use of Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIg) therapy for treating autoimmune diseases. This collaborative study involved experts from Università Politecnica delle Marche-Italy, University of Messina-Italy, and the Zabludowicz Center for Autoimmune Diseases in Israel. The...

Lactate-to-Albumin Ratio - A New Prognostic Tool in Severe COVID-19 Cases

Nikhil Prasad Nov 24, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, reveals a significant link between the lactate-to-albumin ratio (LAR) and mortality rates in patients with severe COVID-19 admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This study highlights the potential of LAR as a reliable marker for predicting outcomes in critically ill individuals...

Lingering CD19+ B Cell Depletion Effects of COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 24, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: A recent study from Wenzhou Medical University, China, sheds light on the long-term immune changes in COVID-19 survivors, particularly those who were critically ill. Researchers investigated immune cell patterns 50 days after symptom onset to understand the lingering impact of SARS-CoV-2. Lingering CD19+ B Cell Depletion Effects of COVID-19 This Medical News report focu...

Breakthrough Lysosomal TRAP Technology Offers New Hope Against SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Nikhil Prasad Nov 24, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Revolutionary Breakthrough Against Viral Threats A cutting-edge study from leading research institutions, including the State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology-Japan, and Peking University-China, has unveiled a novel antiviral strategy: the lysosomal “TRAP” or lysoTRAP. This ground...

COVID-19 Alters Drug Effects Through CYP3A4 Enzyme Dysregulation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: COVID-19 and Drug Metabolism - A New Insight A recent study spearheaded by researchers from the University of Toronto-Canada, OneDrug Inc.-Canada, the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto-Canada, and the University of Manchester-UK reveals how COVID-19 alters drug effectiveness through complex effects on a crucial enzyme called CYP3A4. This enzyme, pivotal in metabolizing various d...

Study Finds That the Anti-Aging Protein Klotho Plays a Role in COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Researchers from Costa Rica’s Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social, Erasmus Medical Center in the Netherlands, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health-USA have explored the intriguing connection between severe COVID-19 outcomes and Klotho, a protein widely known for its anti-aging properties. The study proposes a "unifying hypothesis" suggesting that low levels o...

Russian scientists uncover why SARS-CoV-2 does not form cytoplasmic condensates readily unlike other coronaviruses

Niikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Recent research led by scientists from the Koltzov Institute of Developmental Biology, Belozersky Institute of Physico-Chemical Biology, and Lomonosov Moscow State University has shed light on a fascinating aspect of how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, interacts with human cells. Their study delves into the nucleocapsid (N) proteins of various human coronaviruses and ...

Study warns that COVID-19 is affecting semen quality

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study led by researchers from the University of Oxford (UK), Diponegoro University (Indonesia), and the Republic of Indonesia Defense University, an important link between COVID-19 and male reproductive health has come to light. The study delves into changes in semen parameters before and after COVID-19 infection, shedding light on its impact on male fertility. ...

Neurological Effects of Long COVID Hits Young Adults Harder Than Expected

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Northwestern Medicine in Chicago reveals surprising findings about the neurological effects of Long COVID, also known as Neuro-PASC (post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection). While older adults are often more vulnerable to acute COVID-19 complications, this study uncovers how yo...